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FoodFutureCo

North America, New York, United States, New York

Description

FoodFutureCo is a New York-based scale-up accelerator dedicated to fostering established, purpose-driven food businesses. Founded with a mission to support companies ready for significant growth, the firm focuses on a broad spectrum of the food ecosystem, including FoodTech, AgTech, Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG), and Food Media & Content. FoodFutureCo distinguishes itself by targeting businesses that have already achieved product-market fit and are seeking to scale their operations and impact, rather than very early-stage startups.

The accelerator operates a structured 5-month program designed to provide strategic guidance, mentorship, and access to a robust network of industry experts and investors. FoodFutureCo typically invests in companies ranging from pre-seed to Series A stages, providing capital to fuel their expansion. Each company accepted into their program receives an investment of up to $250,000, which is intended to help them achieve critical milestones and prepare for subsequent funding rounds.

Since its inception, FoodFutureCo has built a significant portfolio, having invested in 29 companies across 6 cohorts. Their commitment to nurturing high-potential food businesses has yielded impressive results, with their portfolio companies collectively raising over $100 million in follow-on funding from various investors. This track record underscores FoodFutureCo's effectiveness in identifying and accelerating businesses that are not only commercially viable but also aligned with a purpose-driven mission, contributing to a more sustainable and innovative food system.

Investor Profile

FoodFutureCo has backed more than 51 startups, with 0 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 1 rounds, about 2% of its total and boasts 0 exits across its portfolio.

Investment Focus Highlights

  • Concentrates on Seed, Pre Seed, Series Unknown rounds (top funding stages).
  • Majority of deals are located in United States, Canada, United Kingdom.
  • Strong thematic focus on Food and Beverage, Food Processing, Agriculture.
  • Typical check size: $250K.

Stage Focus

  • Seed (49%)
  • Pre Seed (33%)
  • Series Unknown (12%)
  • Convertible Note (2%)
  • Equity Crowdfunding (2%)
  • Series A (2%)

Country Focus

  • United States (80%)
  • Canada (4%)
  • United Kingdom (2%)
  • Philippines (2%)
  • India (2%)
  • China (2%)
  • Taiwan (2%)
  • Colombia (2%)

Industry Focus

  • Food And Beverage
  • Food Processing
  • Agriculture
  • Organic Food
  • Internet
  • Snack Food
  • Information Technology
  • Agtech
  • Farming
  • Sustainability
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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Learn who this investor regularly partners with—both firms and angels—and explore their latest activity.

Who does FoodFutureCo frequently co-invest with?

Co-Investments: 3
VentureSouth
North America, South Carolina, United States, Greenville
Co-Investments: 1
Big Idea Ventures
North America, New York, United States, New York
Co-Investments: 1

Which angels does FoodFutureCo often collaborate with?

Shared Deals: 1

What are some of recent deals done by FoodFutureCo?

Et Oliva

Friday Harbor, Washington, United States

We are a small, independent LGBT owned and operated company. We are passionate about great food to share with others.

Consumer GoodsFood ProcessingWholesale
Pre SeedJul 1, 2024
Kitchen OS

Newry, Newry and Mourne, United Kingdom

SaaS, App, IoT Hardware.

Internet of ThingsiOSSoftware
Pre SeedJul 1, 2024
The Cracker King

Portland, Oregon, United States

The Cracker King is a Gluten Free Cracker and Snack Food company with quality ingredients.

Consumer GoodsSnack Food
Pre SeedDec 1, 2023
EmkaoFoods

Mission, British Columbia, Canada

EmkaoFoods is Providing premium quality cocoa beans at an affordable price.

Food ProcessingOrganic Food
Pre SeedOct 1, 2023
Kombucha Town

Bellingham, Washington, United States

Kombucha Town produces and sells refreshing and energizing soft drinks.

Food and Beverage
Pre SeedMay 1, 2023
Vegan Sunday Supper

Los Angeles, California, United States

Vegan Sunday Supper is a food production company that offers plant-based Italian cuisine.

Food and BeverageFood ProcessingOrganic Food
Pre SeedApr 1, 2023
VGANG

Delaware, Ohio, United States

VGANG is a dropshipping app with aim to increase access to planet-ferindly products through social commerce.

Information TechnologySupply Chain Management
Pre SeedMar 1, 2023
Seal the Seasons

Durham, North Carolina, United States

Seal the Seasons is a premium national local frozen food brand that makes locally grown and produced food available 365 days a year.

AgricultureFarmers MarketFood and BeverageFood Processing
Series UnknownApr 1, 2022
Harvest Returns

Fort Worth, Texas, United States

Harvest Returns is a platform for investing in agriculture with more than $36 million deployed across 50 portfolio companies.

AgricultureCrowdfundingFinancial ServicesInsuranceReal Estate
SeedMar 18, 2022
Amount Raised: $1,580,000
Molinos de la Especia

Talisay, Cebu, Philippines

Molinos de la Especia is a speciality spice store offering dried herbs, spices, and gourmet food products.

Food and BeverageFood ProcessingRecipes
Pre SeedMar 1, 2022